The Tailor of Panama

Audience emotional responses for 'The Tailor of Panama' are dominated by a pervasive sense of **Anxiety** and **Anticipation** as the fabricated intelligence escalates and threatens to unravel, creating a constant tension for Harry Pendel and the potential for real-world consequences. **Fear** is present for Harry's exposure and the escalating international incident. Strong **Empathy** is felt for Harry's desperate situation and the past suffering of characters like Marta and Mickie. The film evokes **Sadness** and **Melancholy** through its exploration of personal debt, past traumas, and the cynical nature of espionage. **Guilt** is a key emotion for Harry as his lies spiral, while **Surprise** and **Anger** arise from plot twists and the manipulative actions of Andy Osnard. A sense of the **Disturbing** underlies the narrative, highlighting how deception can lead to dangerous outcomes.